Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs Recipe
These Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs are a delicious and healthy twist on the classic appetizer. Made with creamy avocado, zesty lime juice, and a kick of spice from a jalapeno pepper, these deviled eggs are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
The avocado and the spicy ingredients make this recipe perfect for those who are looking to add some heat to the traditional deviled eggs recipe. Your family and friends will love this easy recipe.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You only need simple ingredients and a little bit of time to make this party appetizer, so you don’t have to waste your day in the kitchen.
- If you are serving a crowd, the filling can be made in advance. See the recipe card for tips on keeping the avocado from turning brown too quickly.
- The creaminess of the yolk alongside the smoothness of the avocado creates a delicious and unique flavor profile that will have your taste buds dancing.
- Not only are these great for an appetizer but they also make a delicious low-carb snack or lunch.
Are you looking for another tasty deviled egg recipe? Give these Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs next time.
Ingredients Needed
This is a quick overview of the simple ingredients that you need to make this tasty egg recipe. You can find the full list of ingredients and amounts in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- hard-boiled eggs
- ripe avocado – Do you know how to tell when an avocado is ripe? You want the skin to be dark, bumpy, and not too soft when gently squeezed.
- mayonnaise – feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise if you prefer.
- fresh lime juice
- Dijon mustard
- jalapeño
- red onion
- fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs
Making these delicious eggs is easy. Just follow the step-by-step instructions and you will have a tasty snack or appetizer that the whole family will enjoy.
Step 1: Make the hard-boiled eggs.
Cook hard-boiled eggs using your favorite method.
Step 2: Cut the eggs and remove the egg yolks.
Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks. Place the yolks in a small mixing bowl and set the egg white halves on a plate.
Step 3: Mash the ingredients with the avocado together.
In the same bowl with the egg yolks, add the ripe avocado, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, chopped jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 4: Mix all the ingredients and season.
Mash the ingredients together until smooth. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Fill the whites with the yolk mixture.
Spoon the avocado mixture into the hollowed egg whites, creating a slight mound, or fill a pastry bag and pipe the avocado mix in the center of the egg whites.
Step 6: Garnish the egg halves and chill
Sprinkle each egg with ground paprika, and a slice or diced jalapeños, and chopped cilantro if desired. Refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes before serving.
What To Serve With This Dish
Serve these tasty eggs with your other favorite appetizer recipes like this Easy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip or try these Crispy Air Fryer Mashed Potato Balls.
Substitutions and Additions
Here are a few ideas for making this deviled eggs recipe your own:
- If you don’t have any jalapeños, you can use green onions or pickled red peppers instead.
- You can also add bacon bits for some extra crunch and flavor.
- For a spicier version, you can mix in hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the avocado mixture.
- If you want a creamier texture, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- For a more tangy taste, squeeze in some lemon juice.
How To Store
Store deviled eggs in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. If are you storing them on your serving platter and don’t have a lid that fits, cover the tray with plastic wrap to keep your eggs fresh.
Sandra’s Pro Tips
Here are a few tips that I’ve used to make the best-deviled eggs:
- If you are using the stovetop method, instant pot, or air fryer for this egg recipe I recommend that you place your eggs in an ice water bath, to help make peeling easier.
- The back of a fork works well to mash the avocado and egg yolks together. But, if you want it to be completely smooth use a potato masher instead.
- For a beautiful presentation, use a piping bag to fill the egg halves. Don’t have a piping bag? You can use a Ziploc-style plastic bag instead.
- Feel free to get creative with garnishes there are so many great options.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe:
Absolutely! These deviled eggs can be made ahead of time, just be sure to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Yes, you can get creative with your deviled eggs. Some great additions include bacon bits, chopped herbs, or shredded cheese. Just be sure not to overload the filling as it may become difficult to pipe onto the egg halves.
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Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs Recipe
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Small mixing bowl
- fork
- piping bag or small spoon
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs peeled and halved
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small jalapeño seeds removed and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
Cook Hard-Boiled Eggs
- Cook the eggs to your preferred method; stovetop, air fryer, oven cooked, slow cooked, or in an Instant Pot.
Prepare Hard-Boiled Eggs
- Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and carefully remove the yolks. Place the yolks in a small mixing bowl and set the egg whites aside on a serving plate.
- In the same bowl with the egg yolks, add the ripe avocado, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, chopped jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
- Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon or pipe the avocado mixture into the hollowed egg whites, creating a slight mound.
- Garnish each deviled egg with a sprinkle of paprika, and any additional garnishes; sliced or diced jalapenos, and chipped cilantro on top of each deviled egg for a finishing touch.
- Refrigerate the eggs for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t skip the lime juice. The limes are a natural preservative, which can help keep the avocados from browning too fast.
- To make the deviled filling a day in advance, mix the egg yolks, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, jalapenos, and onion. Thirty minutes before filling the egg whites mash in the avocado with the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- For a large batch (24 servings), you will want to prepare 12 hard-boiled eggs and double the recipe ingredients.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.
